Match Details
- Fixture: Joburg Super Kings vs Pretoria Capitals (JSK vs PC)
- Tournament: SA20 2024-25, 10th Match
- Date: January 16, 2025
- Time: 03:30 pm GMT / 09:00 pm IST / 5:30 pm local time
- Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
- Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar, Star Sports 2, Sports18 2
Match Preview
The Joburg Super Kings (JSK) will take on the Pretoria Capitals (PC) in the 10th match of the SA20 2024-25 at the iconic Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg. Both teams enter the contest with confidence, coming off impressive victories in their recent matches.
The Joburg Super Kings showcased dominance with a convincing win over Durban’s Super Giants, while the Pretoria Capitals dismantled the Sunrisers Eastern Cape in a one-sided affair. Both teams boast formidable lineups, making this clash a highly anticipated encounter.
Team Form and Strengths
Joburg Super Kings (JSK)
- Recent Form: W, W, L, W, W
- Strengths:
- A balanced team led by the experienced Faf du Plessis.
- Match-winners like Moeen Ali, Jonny Bairstow, and Donovan Ferreira in the lineup.
- A potent bowling attack with Imran Tahir, Matheesha Pathirana, and Tabraiz Shamsi.
- Weaknesses:
- Middle-order vulnerability if the top order fails.
Pretoria Capitals (PC)
- Recent Form: L, W, L, NR, W
- Strengths:
- Explosive batters like Will Jacks and Rilee Rossouw.
- An impressive bowling lineup featuring Anrich Nortje and Daryn Dupavillon.
- Weaknesses:
- Overreliance on top-order performances.
Key Match Stats
- Head-to-Head Record:
- Matches Played: 4
- Joburg Super Kings Wins: 2
- Pretoria Capitals Wins: 1
- No Result: 1
- Pitch Report at The Wanderers Stadium:
- Known for its true bounce and being a paradise for batters.
- Expect high-scoring games, with an average first-innings score of 170-180.
- Fast bowlers can find early assistance with pace and bounce.
- Toss Prediction:
Teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first, considering the venue’s tendency to aid chasing teams.
Fantasy Cricket Dream11 Tips
Captain Picks
- Faf du Plessis (JSK): The skipper is in fine form and thrives under pressure.
- Rilee Rossouw (PC): A consistent performer capable of anchoring and accelerating.
Vice-Captain Picks
- Moeen Ali (JSK): A reliable all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball.
- Will Jacks (PC): An explosive top-order batter and a handy bowler.
Top Fantasy Picks
- Batsmen: Faf du Plessis, Rilee Rossouw, Jonny Bairstow, Will Jacks.
- All-Rounders: Moeen Ali, James Neesham, Donovan Ferreira.
- Bowlers: Imran Tahir, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi, Daryn Dupavillon.
Predicted Playing XI
Joburg Super Kings (JSK)
- Faf du Plessis (c)
- Devon Conway
- Jonny Bairstow (wk)
- Leus du Plooy
- Moeen Ali
- Donovan Ferreira
- David Wiese
- Evan Jones
- Imran Tahir
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Beauran Hendricks
Pretoria Capitals (PC)
- Rilee Rossouw (c)
- Will Jacks
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
- Will Smeed
- Kyle Verreynne
- James Neesham
- Tiaan van Vuuren
- Senuran Muthusamy
- Anrich Nortje
- Daryn Dupavillon
- Eathan Bosch
Match Prediction
Both teams are evenly matched on paper, but the Joburg Super Kings have the edge with their consistent form and experienced players. The home advantage at Wanderers Stadium could also play a pivotal role.
Predicted Winner: Joburg Super Kings by a narrow margin.
Expected Scores:
- If JSK bats first: 180-190.
- If PC bats first: 170-180.
This clash promises to be an exciting showdown for Fantasy Cricket enthusiasts, with plenty of star players to watch out for.